What I love about my college is the fact that the sizes of classrooms are comparatively smaller and professors constantly have time for students. They are very much involved in their students' success and give them their undivided attention.
Mohawk Valley Community College
State University of New York (SUNY)
Fast Facts
- School Size
Medium
- Tuition
$5,000—$10,000 Year
- Affiliation
Public
- Type of School
2yr/Community College
- Student Body Gender
Co-ed
- Religious Affiliation
No Affiliation
- Scholarships for International Students
Yes
- Conditional Admission Available
Yes
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Top Programs
Computer Science, English Language (ESL), Business Administration
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Setting
City
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Accreditation and Certification
MSCHE
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Type of Housing
Residence Hall, Apartment, Dormitory
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Test Scores
IELTS: Band 5.5+, TOEFL: 61+, iTEP: 3.4, Duolingo: 100+
- Social Media
Mohawk Valley Community College: Transforming Lives Through Learning
Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC) is a two-year college in Utica, NY with 90 academic majors. MVCC is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) network of higher education universities and colleges.
MVCC offers affordable courses. Students can decide if they will complete their Associate Degree and begin to work or if they would like to transfer to complete a Bachelor’s Degree at another university/college. We have transfer agreements with both public and private universities throughout the state.
The application process is simple; we do not require the TOEFL exam. MVCC has a free placement test to determine which classes are at your level. We have a strong English as a Second Language (ESL) program, which prepares students for academic level English if needed.
Class sizes are small, and MVCC’s emphasis is on excellent teaching and student learning - making it easy to meet and speak to professors. We have a large tutoring center and library which provides extra help if you need assistance in your classes.
Residence hall dormitories are available for 600 students, and there are many sports, activities and student clubs. Every semester we have concerts, comedians, and cultural events. Many clubs also organize trips to locations such as Washington DC, Boston, and New York City.
Why Study at Mohawk Valley Community College?
MVCC's tuition is one of the lowest in New York State colleges while still supporting talented professors and staff
The application can be completed online for free
We do not require SAT scores or TOEFL scores
MVCC welcomes international students from over 13 countries
Utica, NY is a refugee sanctuary city that welcomes people from many cultures from around the world
Classes have an 18:1 ratio of students to teachers
It is easier to get to know your professors and get help when you need it!
MVCC is in a safe, medium-sized city of 60,000 people. There is a large international population in the city, with many ethnic restaurants and food markets! Utica, NY is four hours by car from New York City and there are a train and bus station that can connect you to many cities throughout the state and country. The area is very historic and offers many opportunities: there is a zoo, a beautiful art museum, visiting Broadway shows, and concerts.
Student Testimonials
This video gives you an idea of what the experience of living and studying at MVCC is like for international students.
State University of New York (SUNY)
Mohawk Valley Community College
State University of New York (SUNY)
Mohawk Valley Community College
1101 Sherman Drive
Utica NY 13501
P: 315-792-5350
State University of New York (SUNY)
Mohawk Valley Community College
1101 Sherman Drive
Utica NY 13501
P: 315-792-5350
2yr/Community College
- Accounting
- Arts and Design
- Aviation
- Aviation Maintenance
- Biology
- Business
- Business Administration
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice
- Culinary
- Cyber Security
- Education
- Electrical Engineering
- Engineering
- Engineering Mechanics
- English Language (ESL)
- Environment Development
- Environmental Biology/Microbiology
- Food Industry Management
- General Management
- Geographic Information Science
- Global Studies in the Arts and Humanities
- Graphics/Multimedia & Web Design
- Heating/Refrigeration/Air conditioning
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Hospitality Business Management
- Human Development and Family Studies
- Human Resource Management
- Humanities-Prelaw
- Information Technology
- International Relations
- Liberal Arts
- Marketing
- Marketing and Communications
- Marketing Research
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Media and Information Studies
- Natural Science
- Nursing
- Nutritional Sciences
- Physics
- Prenursing
- Psychology
- Public Policy
- Science
- Sports
- Studio Art
- Technology/Computers
- Theatre
Certificate/Short Term
- Business
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice
- Culinary
- Cyber Security
- Electronics
- English for Specific Purposes Programs
- English Language (ESL)
- Finance
- Food Science
- Health and Wellness
- Heating/Refrigeration/Air conditioning
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Mathematics
- Nursing
- Sports
- Technology/Computers
English Programs
- Business English
- English Language (ESL)
- General English Programs
- Intensive English as a Second Language
- Summer Intensive English
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